Principal's Message

Dear Parent/Guardian,

The opening of the school year came with much excitement and enthusiasm from all members of our school community. It commenced with an acute focus on high academic expectations. Our students are enrolled in a wide variety of advanced classes that ultimately will prepare them for college. Aligned to the rigor associated with those classes, is our goal to ensure that all students are college and career ready by the time they graduate.

Additionally, our arts program continues to be a beacon of light in the world of art. The program has proven to be an effective tool in helping us to create not only outstanding artists, but also lifelong learners. Together, the arts and academic programs at our school work together synergistically to create a perfect environment conducive to teaching and learning.

This year will prove to be a banner year for our school with regard to student success. Our college and career readiness index, graduation rate, and student performance on state exams will reflect the quality of instruction that takes place inside the classrooms.

I would like to personally thank you for your continued support for our students and school; without it, the successes mentioned above would not be possible. I truly look forward to our continued partnership in creating lifelong learners and the master artists of the future.

Art & Design named #1 by Niche.com

Art & Design in the New York Post

The High School of Art & Design community is very proud of being featured in the New York Post as a top art school in New York City!

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Alumni in the New York Times!

Class of 2014 Alumni Devon Rodriguez was featured in the New York Times today, August 17th. We are incredibly proud of Devon and all our students and alumni for all they continue to achieve. Devon's work is currently on view at the High School of Art & Design's Alumni 2017 show, running until October 20. Read the full article here: https://nyti.ms/2vErp1w

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The High School of Art & Design celebrates its Alumni Show 2017

Student Announcements

Fashion Student Ronald Taylor wins FIRST PLACE PRATT HONOR

Fashion student Ronald Taylor's design was chosen as the top entry in Pratt Institute's design competition over the summer. Ronald was selected as one of the designers to make it to the second round after designing a collection, and one of his designs was chosen as first place. His work was featured alongside other prominent designers in an online publication and photo shoot. Congrats Ronald!!

Parental Engagement

Every Tuesday after school we will have 50 minutes dedicated to parental engagement. During that time teachers plan to conduct student lead parent/teacher conferences, parental outreach via email and phone, student academic updates on Pupilpath, and meetings with parents. Feel free to contact the school if you want to make an appointment to schedule a meeting with your child's teachers during that time. The goal is to strengthen the partnership and communication between parents and the school; an essential component of student success.